[h=1]How do Gurney Flaps Work?[/h]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVEP3_TC_RU
Today, we look at gurney flaps, a simple yet effective aerodynamic device for wings. The gurney flap is a small spoiler like device, typically 2% of the length of the wing chord in height, that improves the aerodynamics characteristics (downforce/lift and drag) of a wing.
Check out the original video from Grays Garage if you have time!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TK8-V...